Radiotherapy Clinical Trials Radiographer

Charing Cross Hospital; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in London is seeking a Radiotherapy Clinical Trials Radiographer to join their Oncology research team. The role involves managing clinical trials in radiotherapy and requires experience in clinical oncology, along with qualifications in Therapeutic Radiography. The successful candidate will work collaboratively in a dynamic environment, contributing to innovative patient care and research advancements. Career development and flexible working options are offered.

Benefits

Career development

Flexible working

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Registered Therapeutic Radiographer considering a career in clinical research.
• Demonstrable post HCPC registration experience.
• Proven participation in the consent process for patients entering clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate efficient, safe, and participant-focused research within radiotherapy.
• Contribute to the management of the local portfolio of clinical research studies.
• Ensure safe planning and care of patients according to the clinical trials protocol.

Skills

Clinical oncology experience

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of clinical research methodology

Knowledge of complex treatment techniques

Education

DCR(T) or BSc in Therapeutic Radiography

Registered with HCPC

Job description

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Client:

Charing Cross Hospital

Location:

London, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

12.08.2025

Expiry Date:

26.09.2025

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Job overview

Are you registered Therapeutic Radiographer considering a career in clinical research?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated, organised and experienced Therapeutic Radiographer to join the Oncology research team at Charing Cross Hospital. This post will work within the research delivery team alongside consultants and the wider multi-disciplinary team to deliver commercial and academic clinical trials for radiotherapy and oncology patients and will have strong links to the radiotherapy department.

The radiotherapy service equipment portfolio currently includes five Varian TrueBeam linacs all with IGRT capabilities, two with BrainLab ExacTrac imaging & one with AlignRT SGRT. Other equipment includes a busy Brachytherapy Elekta Felxitron unit, Xstrahl orthovoltage unit and a Siemens go.Open pro CT scanner. The service offers a wide range of treatment options including SABR, SRS, TBI, TLNI, VMAT, 3DCRT as well as gynae, oesophageal & rectal brachytherapy. Over the next 12 months we are replacing two of our oldest linacs with Accuray Radixact systems.

The post-holder will be part of a large and dynamic team, so must enjoy working independently as well as part of a team. Experience in clinical oncology is essential along with the ability to understand and develop skills in clinical research. There are several training opportunities available and we strongly encourage both personal and professional development.

Main duties of the job

• To facilitate efficient, safe and participant focused research within radiotherapy
• To contribute to the management of the local portfolio of clinical research studies
• To autonomously work with the clinical team to identify and recruit patients suitable for entry into clinical trials having understanding of the clinical patient pathway
• To ensure safe planning and care of patients according to the clinical trials protocol
• To work in according to good clinical practice and research governance standards for clinical research studies
• To recognise and act on concerns raised if research deviates from the study protocol or the study design conflicts with legal requirements

Working for our organisation

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You’ll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview. .

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person specification

Education & Qualifications

• DCR(T) or BSc in Therapeutic Radiography (or equivalent)
• Registered with HCPC

Experience

• Demonstrable post HCPC registration experience.
• Sound knowledge of variety of complex treatment techniques
• Previous acting-up experience
• Evidence of participation in research and/or radiotherapy development work
• Knowledge of National Institute of Health Research (NIHR), its values, aims and structure
• Proven participation in the consent process for patients entering clinical trials

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Understands the risks associated with radiation and the optimisation of patients treatments
• Knowledge and understanding of standard and non-standard complex and conformal techniques
• Demonstrable ability to communicate complex information to a wide range of audiences and through a variety if mediums with confidence
• Flexible attitude to work
• Evidence of Leadership skills
• Proven ability to function as an autonomous practitioner
• In-depth knowledge of clinical research methodology and trial protocols and to communicate this to professionals and lay persons

Please ensure you check your emails regularly as this is how we will communicate with you throughout the recruitment process. If you are shortlisted you will be contacted by email and text message (if you provide a mobile contact number).

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